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Police opening locked car doors for motorists

Police opening locked car doors for motorists

Summary:

MTAS was asked whether unlocking car doors for motorists is in the official line of duty of police officers.

Author: Hemsley, Sid

Media Type: Legal Opinion

Main Attachment(s):

Police Opening Locked Car Doors for Motorists public.doc (48 KB)

Subject(s):

Police--Laws and regulations

Current Availability: Public

Last Reviewed: 07/2/2021

Created: 06/18/2007

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